Description
Baked Brie with Cranberry Sauce is a simple yet delicious appetizer that combines cheese, jam and nuts and is baked in the oven until the cheese melts and gives off a tantalizing aroma, perfect for enjoying with thin crackers or bread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 wheel of Brie cheese (about 8 ounces)
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
- Crackers, bread, or sliced baguette, for serving
Instructions
Step 1:
- Preheat the oven Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2:
- Prepare the Brie Place the Brie wheel on a parchment-lined baking sheet or in a small oven-safe dish.
- If you prefer, you can remove the top rind of the Brie, but it’s optional.
Step 3:
- Add cranberry sauce Spread the cranberry sauce evenly over the top of the Brie wheel.
- If desired, drizzle honey over the cranberry sauce for extra sweetness.
- Sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts on top for added texture and flavor.
Step 4:
- Bake Place the prepared Brie in the preheated oven.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is soft and gooey, and the cranberry sauce is bubbling.
Step 5:
- Serve Carefully remove the baked Brie from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve the warm Brie with crackers, bread, or sliced baguette for dipping.
Equipment

American Kitchen 3-piece Premium Nonstick Skillet
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Corelle Vitrelle 18-Piece Service for 6 Dinnerware Set
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KEGOUU Oven Mitts and Pot Holders
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NutriChef 3-Piece Nonstick Kitchen Oven Baking Pans
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- You can customize this recipe by adding your favorite nuts or dried fruits to the cranberry sauce.
- If you don’t have cranberry sauce, you can use raspberry jam or fig preserves as a delicious alternative.
- Serve the baked Brie with a sprinkle of fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme for an extra touch of flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Holidays